Circulation, Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, Ohio

CIRCULATION SERVICES
Borrowing Policies The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library welcomes you to enjoy the benefits of its services and resources. Listed below are the Library's policies and procedures on borrowing.	Tele-Circ will call you if you have a hold
Tele-Circ II: 424-7842 Dial-in information will be accessed using your existing patron number on your library card, and a PIN number (if requested). With Tele-Circ II, you can use your telephone to perform several circulation functions, such as finding out information on items checked out, overdue, or on hold. You can renew items, cancel holds, and list the total fines owed--all without staff assistance.	Patron cards Patrons are required to comply with all rules and regulations and are responsible for all material checked out on their card. Everyone under the age of 18 is required to have a parent's signature when applying for a library card. Anyone who presents two forms of identification, one of which shows their current mailing address, may apply for a free library card.
Loan Periods Magazines - 7 (Currently displayed magazines do not circulate) Pamphlets – 14 days Books on Tape/CD-28 CD-ROM - 28 Videos and DVD- 7 days (Must have parent or guardian signature if under 18) Books (except new fiction books) - 28 days New fiction books, - 14 days	Reserving Materials If the item you want is not on the shelf, you may wish to place a hold on it. You may place the hold yourself at any public terminal. You will be notified when the item is available. Once the notice is sent, you have seven days in which to pick up the item. Each patron may have up to 5 items on hold at time. Renewing Materials All materials may be renewed once if they are not on hold for someone else. Items may be renewed in person or by telephone at: 422-1712.
Book and Audio/Video Drop The Book/Video drop is available to patrons at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library and the Arlington Branch. Both book drops are located at the front entrances.	Statement of Responsibility By acceptance of your library card you agree to be responsible for all library materials borrowed with your card. Immediately notify the Library in the event of loss, theft, or possible unauthorized use of the card. If the card is issued to a person under 18, the parent or guardian agrees to be responsible for the person's selection, use and return of library materials.
Reference Materials Reference material, including our Local and Family History collection do not circulate. These items are kept in the library for the use of all patrons at all times.	Interlibrary loan Items not owned by the Findlay-Hancock County Library system can often be borrowed from another library. There is a nominal charge for this service. Check at the Reference desk for further details.
Copy Machines Photocopies Microfilm copies. 8-1/2" x 11" copy - $ .10 11" x 17" copy - $ .20	Fees for Overdue, Lost or Damaged Materials The following rates apply to adult, young adult, and juvenile materials.
Library's Severe Weather Policy Click above to read our Severe Weather Policy	Overdue Rates Books, pamphlets, magazines, compact discs, computer software and cassettes - $ .10 per day Videos - $ .50 per day (You are encouraged to return your overdue materials even if you cannot pay for them at that time. The computer will record your outstanding charges.)
.	Lost or Damaged Items · Lost or damaged materials - Cost of the item · Missing or defaced bar code - $.50 · Damaged AV container - $1.00 · Media bag - $2.00 · Check returned - $15.00

SIGN UP FOR A LIBRARY CARD

Our Library Departments.....

Adult Services

Audio Visual

Circulation

Local and Family History

MAIN LIBRARY HOURS:
Monday-Thursday:
9:30am-8:30pm
Friday 9:30am-5pm
Saturday 9:30am-5pm
Sunday 1-5pm

206 Broadway
Findlay, Ohio 45840
Telephone: 419-422-1712
FAX: 419-422-0638